noun
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asshole
as-hohl
Asshole (noun) means a vulgar term for the anus. Example: “The doctor examined the patient's asshole for hemorrhoids.”
noun
1
A vulgar term for the anus.
"That homemade hot sauce of yours got me twice, both coming and going. My asshole is still sore."
"The doctor examined the patient's asshole for hemorrhoids."
2
A vulgar insult for an unpleasant, selfish, or contemptible person.
"He acted like a total asshole at the party."
How to use asshole
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA crude word — literally the anus, and as an insult, a very unpleasant or selfish person.
When to use it
Vulgar slang; avoid in formal or polite contexts. British English more often uses "arsehole".
UK vs US
American English favors "asshole"; British English traditionally favors "arsehole", though both are now widely understood.
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Word forms
- Plural
- assholes
Etymology
A variant of "arsehole", from Middle English ers + hole; the insult sense developed in the 20th century.
Class of 1900
asshole joined the language around 1900.
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Synonyms
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bastard
bunghole
arse
dickhead
prick
arsehole
motherfucker
SOB
cocksucker
anus
jerk
or Thesaurus:antonyms of pleasant
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Rhymes for asshole
See all rhymes for asshole →Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of asshole?
"asshole" (noun) means a vulgar term for the anus.
What is another word for asshole?
Other words for "asshole" include bastard, bunghole, arse, dickhead, prick, arsehole.
What are the different meanings of asshole?
"asshole" has 2 main meanings: 1. A vulgar term for the anus; 2. A vulgar insult for an unpleasant, selfish, or contemptible person.
How do you use asshole in a sentence?
Example: "The doctor examined the patient's asshole for hemorrhoids."
